We know that many of you have pets and are often worried about them when going on holiday. But even if you found someone to check on them, your home will need even more care while you are away.
What Can You Expect from Your Domestic Cleaner
Some cleaning companies offer pet care as a separate service. It may include daily walks, feeding and change of litter boxes. However, none of that is included in a standard regular domestic cleaning service.
Your cleaner will carry on with her usual duties and tasks, making sure the house is maintained in a good condition while you are on holiday.
At Bredon Hill Cleaning Services, we don’t have a pet care package, however, we can offer change of litter and clean up for an extra fee. This way you will rest assured that your pet is comfortable and your home remains clean and fresh.
Cleaning in Households with Pets is Different
One of the first questions a cleaning provider will ask you is if you have pets. This is because cleaning in a pet-free household is very different from cleaning in a home where animals live. It takes longer to wipe hard surfaces and to hoover the floor and furniture. But it is extremely important because pet dander can often lead to allergies if left on the carpet or sofa for more than a few days. Sometimes, there are paw stains or light scratches that need to be treated. Freshening the air is also essential, not only for the nice and welcoming atmosphere in your home, but also for the health of your lovely pet.
Tips to Maintain a Clean Home with Pets
If you have a dog the main thing is to potty train your furry friend. At the beginning it will be hard and you will see a lot of mess in your home. But it’s absolutely essential if you want to have a clean living space later on. Vacuum daily, even if your dog is a non-shedding breed. Wipe the paws after each walk outside or coming back from the garden and give them a pedicure. This will minimise the stains and the scratches.
For feline lovers almost the same tips apply. Considering your cat will use her litter box, you will need to change this every 2 or maximum 3 days. This is why it is very important to get someone to do that while you are away on holiday. Your cat won’t feel comfortable and there will be no note of fresh air when you get back home from your trip.
Rabbits are extremely cute, but they do make a lot of mess and leave quite an unpleasant smell. They require regular cleaning of their own space, enough water and daily ventilation. If you leave your rabbit alone for a week with no one to do these things, you will certainly not like the home you come back to.
If you have a bird pet and you keep it caged, then that would reduce the mess inside the house. But it wouldn’t be fair to keep one of the most freedom-loving animals in confinement for long. Birds need to fly, otherwise they get sick. This automatically means that you should be prepared to clean a lot of bird poop and feathers wherever your pet has access to.
Fish pets seem to be the cleanest option for people who enjoy a sparkling home. But they too require regular water change and tank cleaning. As strange as it sounds, some people develop allergies to the emanation of fish food and excrements.
